Sullivan Co., TN – Tractor-Trailer vs Pickup Wreck on I-81 Causes Injuries

Sullivan County, TN (January 7, 2025) – A collision involving a Ford F-150 pickup truck and a tractor-trailer loaded with meat products caused injuries on I-81 Northbound on Sunday evening, January 5. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the accident occurred when the Ford F-150, exiting the interstate, lost control and spun into the northbound lanes. It collided with a tractor-trailer traveling in the right lane. The impact caused the tractor-trailer to veer off the road, strike an embankment, and overturn, spilling its cargo.

The driver of the tractor-trailer sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment and observation. The driver of the pickup was not reported injured. Cleanup crews worked into the night to remove debris and restore normal traffic flow. State troopers are investigating the accident.

We extend our best wishes to the injured driver for a swift recovery.